swahili [noun]

Shtaka la madai

Maana (Definition)

A formal legal action instituted in court by an individual seeking financial compensation or remedies.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

civil lawsuit claim / legal suit for damages

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

civil suit

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Civil Procedure

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mfanyabiashara alialika адвокат kufungua shtaka la madai dhidi ya benki."

Translation: The trader engaged an attorney to file a civil lawsuit claim against the bank.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Kesi Tii sheria bila shuruti Mashtaka ya madai